Since the onset of military action in Iraq and Afghanistan, more than 2 million service
members have deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation
New Dawn. These veterans join the more than 18.4 million veterans living in communities
across the United States who have served in conflicts dating back to World War II.
Many veterans have paid the price for their service. While the veteran population
is resilient, it is also considered a vulnerable and underserved population.
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Published online: October 25, 2018
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